Surname · Russian origin
Mikhailov
Meaning
The surname Mikhailov means Son of Mikhail.
Origin
Russian
Type
patronymic
The origin of the surname Mikhailov
Mikhailov means “son of Mikhail (Michael).”
What kind of surname is Mikhailov?
Mikhailov is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name. It belongs to the Russian naming tradition — you can read how Russian surnames were formed on our Russian last names page.
Other Russian surnames
Other patronymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Mikhailov mean?
The surname Mikhailov means Son of Mikhail. Mikhailov means “son of Mikhail (Michael).”
Where does the surname Mikhailov come from?
Mikhailov is a surname of Russian origin.
What kind of surname is Mikhailov?
Mikhailov is a patronymic surname, derived from a father's or ancestor's given name.
What are other Russian surnames?
Other Russian surnames include Alekseev, Andreev, Belov, Ivanov, Kozlov, Kuznetsov.